BOTOX®

BOTOX® Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is made from a highly refined purified protein.
There are no live bacteria in the BOTOX® injection. BOTOX® Cosmetic is commonly used to
reduce or eliminate the appearance of facial wrinkles. It works by blocking the nerve
impulse that controls muscle movement, thereby restricting the ability to contract the
facial muscles. BOTOX® does not affect the nerves responsible for sensation, so there is
no numbness in the treated areas. BOTOX® is an excellent treatment for smoothing frown
lines between the brows, forehead wrinkles, and wrinkles around the eyes (crowís feet).
The treatment can last between 3-6 months.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is BOTOX® Cosmetic?
It is a purified protein, administered in a simple, non-surgical
procedure that can smooth anger and frown lines as well as other
wrinkles on your face.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is contraindicated in the presence of infection at the
proposed injection site(s). Patients with neurological disorders such as
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), Myasthenia Gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased
risk of serious side effects.

What is a BOTOX® Cosmetic procedure like?
Itís a simple, 10-minute treatment that consists of a few tiny
injections. The doctor decides exactly where to administer BOTOX® Cosmetic
for the best results.

Is the procedure painful?
Most patients compare the sensation to a bug bite. Overall, the
discomfort is minimal and temporary.

Is the procedure safe?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein that is administered at very low
doses. The effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic are usually confined to the injected
region. It does not travel throughout the body.

Will I need anesthesia?
No. But your doctor may choose to numb the area to be injected with a
cold pack or anesthetic cream before the actual treatment.

Do I need to take time off from work to
recuperate?
Most patients go right back to work or continue their activities
immediately after the procedure.

When will I start to see results?
Every person reacts at different rates to BOTOX®. You should begin to see
a significant improvement within a few days. A few people may require 28
days to see maximum results.

How long will the effects last?
Every person is different. On average, the effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic
last up to 4 months.

Will I experience any side effects?
Itís unlikely that youíll develop any significant side effects, but you
may notice slight bruising where BOTOX® Cosmetic was injected. This is
only temporary and can be covered by makeup. The most common side effects
are headache, respiratory infection, flu syndrome, temporary eyelid
droop, and nausea.

Will my facial expressions look
unnatural?
Although the results are dramatic, it will not radically change your
facial appearance. The muscles are simply relaxed, so you can still
frown, smile, or look surprised without the wrinkles and creases.

Is BOTOX® Cosmetic expensive?
Actually, itís quite affordable. In fact, BOTOX® Cosmetic is one of the
least expensive facial aesthetic procedures, ranking 7th in the 9 most
widely used procedures in the country.